When the music starts flowing through your body & the beat of the drums shakes your chest, feeling like a heartbeat... When the bass crawls up your spine, until it fizzles your brain & all you can do is dance... or spin... in a circle – you understand how the music makes you feel & it is exactly right…

Beings from all walks of life, move as ONE entity & together are able to expand our consciousness, express our innermost emotions, uplift & nourish, not only ourselves, but also our brothers & sisters in life.

ॐ THE FREQUENCY
A musical journey that you don’t just hear, but become part of… 120 Electronic Artists from all over Mother Earth… Synergized in Nature for Five Days, over Three Music Arenas, to Create a Flowing Musical Mosaic of ONE ENERGY & ONE LOVE…

ॐ THE CIRCLE
Trust in Trance & Prepare to Dance on A State-Of-The-Art Funktion ONE / Turbo-Sound Hybrid, engineered by Trusted Trance Audio Technicians. Combining all genres of Psychedelic Trance, with each in their own space & time, creating a Sonic Journey dedicated to the Art of Transcendental Transformational Dance…

ॐ THE HEADSPACE
Open your mind & explore a stranger Alternative Sonic Universe. With amazing & varied alternative beats, there are no boundaries & limits in this experimental parallel dance-floor… Expect the unexpected, everything out the box welcome…

ॐ LOCATION - CIRCLE OF DREAMS - Riviersonderend / Cape Town - South Africa
Shaded Camping by your car - Hot Showers, Flush-Toilets, Mountain Spring Drinking Water, Communal Braai Areas in all Camping Zones, around the clock security, Medics, Art Performances, Food Vendors, Workshops, Trade Stalls, Beautiful Swimming River & so much more. Remember to car pool; not only will this help with fuel costs but it will help reduce the CO2 emissions of the festival. Together is the way we can make a difference.

- We have a strict ID policy - No ID no ENRTY!
- Pictures of tickets will not be accepted as a form of ticket,
- Only original tickets printed out, hard copy, saved on your phone
- No Under 18’s without parental attendance.

ॐ STUFF YOU NEED TO KNOW
★ Porta-Pottie at the Gate for a “nature break”
★ VOLUNTEER in exchange for a ticket https://goo.gl/VbCDLb
★ BIRTHDAY PACKAGE: Birthday in December. Get 10 Friends to buy a ticket at the
Early Bird price & get the 11th ticket FREE Email: chantelle.opensource@gmail.com
★ NO GLASS PERMITTED on the venue. Please decant into plastic bottles
★ OUR PLANET and OUR WASTE: We ask that you take special care in the way you
handle your waste at Vortex, use the bins provided. Cigarettes butts are litter too
★ NO ATM but cash-back service at the bar – a small fee will be charged
★ THE INFORMATION STATION, report any incidents, problems, for any advice or info,
lost property, Workshop Schedules, Line-Up Times / Info Guide & if You need
another Rubbish Bag head here.
★ SHUTTLES & TRANSPORT
- Mister Bear TP Tours: +27 81 522 4471 / https://goo.gl/2mf5N1
- ZOO FESTIVAL TOURS +27 61 014 8272
★ SOURCE FM Tune in to Vortex’s very own radio station SOURCE FM
broadcasting LIVE across the venue direct dancefloor, when need
to rest your feet, but can’t stand to miss a beat!
★ DONATIONS, every event Vortex supports a different charity, any donations, no
matter how big or small. Be the change your wish to see in the world!
★ NewSource Trance letter Sign up https://vortextranceadventures.co.za/
★ CONTACT DETAILS Tel +27 71 468 8339 / Email: chantelle.opensource@gmail.com
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RIGHT OF ADMISSION RESERVED. The organizers accept no responsibility whatsoever for injury, death, loss or damage of any nature to persons, vehicles & belongings resulting from any cause whatsoever. Due care has been taken to make this event safe & secure. Participation at event is entirely at your own risk. FIRES only at communal fire pits. No glass, fire arms or illegal substances

Kega Group and Gareth James bring you Moon Shadow – A Tribute to Cat Stevens.

When you hear the music of Cat Stevens, you get a feeling of nostalgia. This tribute is designed to make you feel exactly that. A show that will feature the hits, namely: “Wild World”, “Father & Son”, “Moon Shadow” and many more.

The band consists of Gareth James on Acoustic Guitar, Bass Drum and Vocals and Wouter Reyneke on Bass. Both of these talented artists are huge fans of Cat Stevens and intend on bringing you the best Cat Stevens Tribute to hit SA.

Finish your year well!
Now in it’s second year, the Lomond Triathlon is the perfect way to wind down the year in style.

Be part of this stunning off-road Triathlon happening just outside the coastal town of Gansbaai at Lomond Wine Estate. You will be spoilt with a large dam, beautiful views and stunning routes in the Walker Bay Fynbos Conservancy.
Do the whole triathlon as a solo or bring your friends or family along and do it in a team.

This event takes place over a long weekend and we are hosting an Open Water Swim (3km, 1 mile or 500m) the following day at the same venue. What better way to enjoy a long weekend in December.

There are several accommodation options in Franskraal, Uilenkraalsmond, Pearly Beach, Stanford, Hermanus and more. These areas are however busy during the December season so book your accommodation early. Try Airbnb or Gansbaai Tourism for a few ideas.

There is ample parking close to the venue and lots of food options supplied by Kauai and other vendors. Live music, lots of wine, beer and other refreshments will be available at the venue. Be sure to bring friends and family along to support you while doing this fun challenge.

Distances:

FULL – 1.2km Swim, 30km MTB, 12km Trail Run

SPRINT – 400m Swim, 15km MTB, 6km Trail Run

Starting Times, Categories, Early Bird Entry Fees:

08:00 – FULL – SOLO – R400
08:00 – FULL – TEAM – R450 (R150 p.p.)

09:00 – SPRINT – SOLO – R300
09:00 – SPRINT – TEAM – R360 (R120 p.p.)

EARLY BIRD Entry fees applicable for entering in August and September or until we reach the maximum entries, so be sure not to miss the early bird offer.

A bottle of Lomond Wine is included in your entry fee (or you can choose a medal instead).

Timing will be done by Live Time, so please bring your SAS timing chip along. Alternatively, you can rent one for R10 or buy one for R50 when you enter. (Need one per team).

Unlicensed athletes need to get a day license from Triathlon South Africa (TSA). R120 for the FULL and R35 for the SPRINT. This is for TSA to cover the insurance costs for all athletes. The amount is per individual or per team.

Feeling like you need some time out?? A wonderful way to end the year. Retreat in good company, with great food, lots of Yoga, meditation and relaxation. In Greyton, amongst the mountains, fresh-air, inexpensive, beautiful people, quality classes, experienced teachers - rejuvenate for the holiday season!
To book go to website: www.yogafestival.co.za
2018 is the 6th year of running this Yoga Sanga Retreat!

The Hermanus Rotary Club will be hosting their annual 'Carols By Candle Light' at the Old Harbour in Hermanus.

Gather at the Old Harbour for a special evening under the stars. Bring your picnic baskets, chairs and blankets, and settle on the lawns from 18:30 to enjoy the sunset before the evening’s performance starts at 19:00.